Finite Element Analysis of a Composite Wheelchair Wheel Design

摘要

The finite element analysis of a composite wheelchair wheel design is presented.The design is the result of a technology utilization request. The designer's intent is to soften the riding feeling by incorporating a mechanism attaching the wheel rim to the spokes that would allow considerable deflection upon compressive loads. A finite element analysis was conducted to verify proper structural function. Displacement and stress results are presented and conclusions are provided.